Foster Carers Needed

Call For Community Action By Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue

By Sebastian Conidi

Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue have been hard at work rehabilitating and re-locating dogs and cats. The no-kill shelter, that will never put an animal down, covers a large area from Airlie Beach to Charter Towers.

The organisation take on dogs of all sorts, including big dogs, traumatised dogs and dogs with little access to training - setting them apart from shelters that can be more rigid about the types of dogs they accept. Dogs in need of more focused rehabilitation are supported by foster carers who specialise in training and dog psychology. Careful measures are also taken to ensure the dogs find the right home.

"We look for homes that suit the animal", said organiser Jodie Sangster.

Despite all the hard work, finding foster carers can be a struggle.

"The biggest area that we struggle with is foster carers. When we get dogs from the pound, they need a middle place before they find their forever home - and thats always our biggest struggle. If we haven't got foster carers, we can't get them out of the pound."

The team urges anyone interested to take action, and clarifies that they will provide the support needed.

"We pay for vetting, food and things that are needed. It can be for as short as a week that you foster for, it just helps us get an animal out. That's its lifeline. If we could find more people willing to do that, it would be game changing."

The team are also always looking for support through fundraising to help with vetting, vaccinations and general medical work, which can become costly.

"Anyone who can help us with fundraisers or even a donation, it really helps significantly. You can do the smallest thing by spreading the word."

The program has seen great success with pets being rehabilitated to full health, being trained in appropriate behaviour and finding a new safe home.

"Never give up on them, because they'll fit somewhere."

If you are interested or know anyone that may be, don't hesitate to get involved. You can find all contact details on the Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Facebook page.

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Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue supports animals in need from Charters Towers to Airlie Beach. Photo source: Shutterstock

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